If you have been meaning to do something for Earth Day in New Glarus, this weekend offers two clear chances to jump in. Cleanup efforts are planned for Saturday both in the village and at New Glarus Woods State Park, giving residents an opportunity to help freshen up public spaces after winter.

The timing comes as New Glarus begins moving into one of its busiest stretches of the year, when parks, trails, roadsides and public gathering places start seeing more foot traffic. For volunteers, it is a chance to do something simple and visible that can make the community look better heading into spring.